The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Styal
Cheapest price
$147
Average price
$147
Fastest journey
3 h 53 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Styal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Styal will cost around $147 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $147.
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh for Styal on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 296 km distance in an average of 3 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 53 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:52 AM3h53Edinburgh12:45 PMStyal$1471One-way0 transfers
8:52 AM3h53Edinburgh12:45 PMStyal$1471One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh to Styal
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Styal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $99.
Distance: 183 miles (296 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$147 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest | $153 Average price | $123 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Styal:
A bus is $94 (€77) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Styal costing on average $147 (€120).
A bus is $100 (€82) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Styal costing on average $153 (€125).
Other travel options to Styal take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 54m.
Bus takes on average 6h 35m.
You'll arrive about 33m sooner (3h 54m by train vs 4h 27m by car). Tickets start at around $147 (€120) compared to roughly $123 (€101) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Styal train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Styal trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:52 AM Edinburgh | 3h53 | 12:45 PM Styal | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Styal by train, bus, or flight
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Why book with Omio vs Caledonian Sleeper?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Styal
Trains from Edinburgh to Styal run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $146 (€120) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:38, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 183 miles (296 km) distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 183 miles (296 km) |
Average train duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $146 (€120) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 12:38 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Caledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Styal trainsCaledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Styal from $37 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Avanti West Coast
TransPennine Express
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Styal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Styal by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Styal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Styal
Most Edinburgh to Styal trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Styal train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Styal station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Styal from Styal city centre
Styal train station facilities and services
Styal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Styal.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Styal: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Styal: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Styal: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access from car park onto Crewe platform and via long sloping path from road overbridge onto Manchester platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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